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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Conveniently located
  • Relaxing atmosphere

Location

677 W Alexandrine St, Detroit, MI 48201, USA|University
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Management

KMG Prestige

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Leasing office

(586) 358-4204

Open 

Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm ET

Property Overview

Mt Vernon is highly rated for its overall value, location, and quality, with strong marks for price, amenities, and trustworthiness. It offers a conveniently located, relaxing atmosphere and stands out for being especially appealing to pet-friendly living, while also ranking well for value for money.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.7
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.7 out of 10 overall rating, Mt Vernon is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Price and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

STUDIO 50%Studio1 bath502 sqft$867 /mo2 units availableStudio Apartment 50%
1 BED 50%1 bed1 bath740 sqft$925 /mo1 unit availableOne Bedroom 50%
1 BED 601 bed1 bath740 sqft$1,064 /mo2 units availableOne Bedroom 60%
2 BED 50%2 bed1 bath903 sqftAsk to join waitlistComing soonTwo Bedroom 50%
2 BED 60%2 bed1 bath903 sqftAsk to join waitlistComing soonTwo Bedroom 60%

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Amenities for Mt Vernon

Apartment Amenities

Gas UtilitiesHeat
Water

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

$400–$600

OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Other

Please call us regarding our Parking Policy.

Other

Parking Fee

Monthly. 2 others max. Please call us regarding our Parking Policy.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2
Breed restrictionsYes

Dogs Allowed - Restrictions apply. Please call our Leasing Office for complete Pet Policy information.

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Pet Terms

2 cats max.

Dog

Pet Terms

2 dogs max.

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Building details

Property details

Units45
Lease terms12 months

About Mt Vernon

HomeApartments in DetroitUniversity Mt Vernon

The Mt. Vernon Apartments is a beautiful historic building located in the Midtown Area. Its long elegant hallways create a relaxing atmosphere. We have a variety of styles and pricings to meet your needs. We are conveniently located near several hospitals.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
9.7
/10
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.7 out of 10 overall rating, Mt Vernon is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Price and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.
How we rated Mt Vernon
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Mt Vernon offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Mt Vernon goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Mt Vernon receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Mt Vernon offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
Mt Vernon has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at Mt Vernon.
Trustworthiness·9A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Mt Vernon has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

Mt Vernon is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 3 pet hospitals in the area
  • 3 pet supply stores near the property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Mt Vernon compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 miles away

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 0.6 miles away

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Rent trends in University

Studio apartments at Mt Vernon cost about 14% less than the average rent price for studios in University.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 26% lower than 1-bedrooms in University.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
University
Detroit
A table of studio rental data trends in Detroit
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,007
December 2024$1,014
January 2025$1,080
February 2025$1,102
March 2025$1,010
April 2025$997
May 2025$999
June 2025$1,044
July 2025$995
August 2025$971
September 2025$917
October 2025$899
November 2025$926
December 2025$953
January 2026$960
February 2026$945
March 2026$963
April 2026$976
May 2026$947
June 2026$939
July 2026$927
August 2026$916
September 2026$932
October 2026$935
A table of studio rental data trends in University
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,095
December 2024$1,157
January 2025$1,152
February 2025$1,151
March 2025$1,080
April 2025$1,312
May 2025$1,377
June 2025$1,376
July 2025$1,289
August 2025$1,115
September 2025$1,095
October 2025$1,117
November 2025$1,117
December 2025$1,100
January 2026$1,100
February 2026$1,119
March 2026$1,206
April 2026$1,200
May 2026$1,226
June 2026$1,162
July 2026$1,135
August 2026$1,008
September 2026$1,010
October 2026$1,009

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 677 W Alexandrine St?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

Slide to adjust the percentage of your monthly income you are willing to spend on rent.
The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$34,680/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $34,680 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $867.
For more information on rent affordability, visit our rent calculator.

Schools near Mt Vernon

Edmonson Montessori

1300 w canfield st

detroit, MI, 48201

PK, K-8Public
C

Spain Elementary-Middle School

3700 beaubien st

detroit, MI, 48201

PK, K-8Public
C-

Thirkell Elementary School

7724 14th st

detroit, MI, 48206

PK, K-8Public
C-

Bunche Preparatory Academy

2715 macomb st

detroit, MI, 48207

PK, K-8Public
C-

Earhart Elementary/Middle School

1000 scotten st

detroit, MI, 48209

PK, K-8Public
C-
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Neighborhood

University | Detroit, MI

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Detroit near 677 W Alexandrine St

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 677 W Alexandrine St, Detroit

Groceries

9/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

8/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

9/10
Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

Explore the area around 677 W Alexandrine St

Midtown Market
4210 Cass Ave
Marcus Market
4614 2nd Ave
Whole Foods Market
115 Mack Ave
University Food Center
1131 W Warren Ave
Brush Park Bodega
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